Senior Estimator – Canada & U.S. Operations

CAM Industrial Solutions LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled Senior Estimator to join their dynamic team. This role involves managing all estimating activities across North American operations, ensuring accurate and competitive pricing for maintenance and capital projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the construction sector, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Join a forward-thinking organization that values excellence and teamwork, and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of estimating experience in construction or industrial sector.
• Proven experience in preparing capital cost estimates for industrial facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating efforts for industrial projects in North America.
• Analyze project plans and prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Establish cost control standards and reporting procedures.

Skills

Estimating

Cost Analysis

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

ACCE

Job description

Houston, TX, USA Req #899

Tuesday, March 25, 2025

Overview:

CAM Industrial Solutions, a leader in industrial services and one of the fastest-growing privately held companies in Canada and the United States, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Estimator to join our dynamic team. At CAM, we believe “good” is never good enough—we aim for excellence in everything we do. We're looking for individuals who share that same drive, take pride in their work, and thrive in a collaborative, high-performance environment.

If you are passionate about continuous improvement, teamwork, and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and become part of our forward-thinking organization.

The Senior Estimator is responsible for managing all estimating activities across CAM’s North American operations, supporting projects in Canada and the U.S. This role will oversee cost estimation for maintenance, small capital projects, turnarounds, and specialty services, ensuring accurate and competitive pricing to support business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate all estimating efforts for industrial projects in Canada and the U.S.
• Work closely with site teams and regional offices to develop cost data for proposals and bids.
• Analyze project plans, specifications, and scope to prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates.
• Perform material takeoffs (MTOs) and quantity estimates across various disciplines.
• Develop and apply unit rates (cost and labor hours) to create comprehensive estimates.
• Track and incorporate cost impacts of project changes into budgets and forecasts.
• Establish cost control standards, reporting procedures, and performance metrics for estimating.
• Conduct routine data analysis to optimize estimating accuracy and cost management.
• Develop and implement estimating strategies, methodologies, and best practices.
• Present and defend estimates to clients, senior management, and project teams.
• Establish and oversee a centralized estimating function, improving efficiency and consistency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent industry experience).
• 10+ years of experience in estimating within the construction or industrial sector.
• Proven experience preparing capital cost estimates ($10K to $50M) for industrial facilities such as: Petrochemical plants, gas plants, upgraders, refineries, and pulp & paper mills.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills—able to present, justify, and defend estimates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in estimating software, including ACCE or similar tools.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Understanding of cost control methods and project management principles.

CAM Industrial Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, and we thrive on our differences for the benefit of our employees, our customers, and our community. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all decisions related to hiring, training, and promoting regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status or any legally protected characteristic or class .